Miss Sparrow After sending the thank-you gift, he hurriedly said goodbye and left.
Everyone just thought that she was worried about being discovered by the police station and didn't dare to stay outside for too long, so they didn't care.
After she left, Mr. Oystercatcher also did not stay long, saying that the clinic had many cases that needed to be processed today. However, Miss Seagull did not leave. She called Gilan, sat on the sofa, and took out a long aluminum box from the satchel at hand.
"Mr. Snowy Owl, these are the two pieces of 'Mercury Battery' that you entrusted me to acquire."
She placed the box on the coffee table and opened it, revealing two apple-sized pieces of Silver Cube inside.
Gilan felt happy when he saw this.
He picked up the two pieces of "Mercury Battery" and checked them. After confirming that they were correct, he took out his wallet, took out 21 "10" denominations of Caesar, and handed them to Miss Seagull.
"Thank you, you helped me a lot, Miss Seagull."
Gilan said solemnly.
Miss Seagull's beautiful eyes are flowing, and the corners of her mouth are slightly raised.
She took the stack of gold foil banknotes, said you're welcome, and then said with a smile:
"Just say thank you? Nothing else?"
"Other... what?" Gilan was puzzled.
"Why don't you buy me a drink and watch a movie with me?"
Miss Seagull smiled, pushed his hair behind his ears, held his chin with one hand, stared at Gilan and asked with interest.
Gilan was slightly startled.
"Miss Seagull wants to drink whatever, I asked Old Jerry to help buy it. As for the movie..." he said, he couldn't help but think of the time when the other party hid in the utility room watching a movie that night. "How about forget it."
Miss Seagull's smile faltered.
She seemed to remember what happened that night, her cheeks suddenly turned red, and even spread to her ears, feeling embarrassed, ashamed and angry.
"Just watching an ordinary movie!" Miss Seagull said angrily, but suddenly felt that his explanation was too redundant, so he stood up, grabbed his bag and ran towards the door, leaving a sentence at the same time:
"Oh, a man who doesn't understand the charm..."
Until I walked out of the apartment door.
Miss Seagull, who was standing at the door, stopped and felt the cool breeze blowing in his face, feeling mixed.
She put her hand on her fair and tender left cheek and recalled that she used the name of her father, Councilor Farid Beri, to put pressure on the Ministry of Engineering. After getting two Mercury Battery, her father slapped her in public.
"Alevia! How many times has this happened?! Can you learn from it? Why do you always disobey me and always fool around outside, using my name to cause trouble everywhere!"
Her father's serious and angry voice was still ringing in her ears Echo.
"Don't forget, you are still engaged to Councilor Eric's son. Don't make any more bad reputations. If this matter is messed up, you can get out and work in the cleaning department!"
Miss Seagull's face grew colder, he gritted his teeth and took steps forward in a low mood.
The tall and graceful figure gradually blended into the crowd on the street.
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Horst Second District, No. 18.
In the single-family apartment of the Louis Family, the atmosphere in the living room on the first floor is quite depressing.
A white-haired old man in a high-end black suit was sitting on the sofa with an expressionless face. Opposite him were four young men and women standing upright. They lowered their heads and dared not speak.
In the silent living room, there seemed to be an invisible and intangible flow of cold air passing through, making the four direct descendants of the Louis Family feel chills down their spines.
Finally, the old man spoke:
"A distinguished guest from the capital is arriving soon. You should receive him politely first, and then deal with Kurt's matter after this matter is over..."
His voice was indifferent and low, with a majesty that could not be disobeyed.
"As for Kurt's funeral, it will be held tomorrow evening when night falls. Pa will be in charge of the whole process... Remember to go to Black City's 'Chamber of Commerce Branch' to register your brother's death certificate, and then ask Church of Hope's pastor and officials to help preside over the funeral. The order must not be wrong."
"Yes, father." Pa lowered his head and said solemnly.
Layton·Louis lowered his eyes, crossed the fingers of his hands, clenched them into fists, and recited like a prayer:
"Hour-God'Lady Snow', which symbolizes September, is also the 'goddess of justice'. His scales will weigh everything in the world. Louis Family is his most devout believer. Although Kurt Louis has passed away, he will be replaced by something equivalent... I hope that will be the death of his murderer."
After the old man finished speaking, he closed his eyes and said again:
"Equivalent exchange, praise Salt God."
The four direct descendants of the Louis Family also crossed their fingers into fists, closed their eyes, and prayed in unison. "Exchange of equal value, praise Salt God."
The living room was silent for more than ten seconds again.
Layton then released his fingers and raised his head.
It was at this time that the sound of the iron gate opening was heard outside the apartment, accompanied by the sound of a carriage bell ringing.
Not long after, a middle-aged man who looked like a butler strode over and whispered in Layton's ear.
"Follow me to greet the distinguished guests." Layton nodded and said to the children.
"Yes, father." Four young men and women responded quickly.
Everyone walked elegantly and walked out of the apartment unhurriedly.
At a glance, he saw a rectangular covered carriage parked in the yard. The door was opened from the inside, and a tall, thin middle-aged man holding a short top hat walked down while stooping and stepping on the carved metal pedals.
This man had gray hair and was wearing a close-fitting black tuxedo with red edges, a bow on the collar, and thick white patterned cuffs decorated with horn buttons.
He was carrying a curved black oak cane and walking on thick-soled leather shoes.
Mr. Layton showed a rare smile, stepped forward to greet him, took off his hat and extended his hand:
"Mr. Charles, welcome to Black City, I would like to welcome you on behalf of the Louis Family."
"I haven't seen you for many years, Mr. Layton."
The middle-aged man also took off his hat, smiled and stretched out his hand to shake Layton.
"Please come inside and I'll ask the servants to prepare meals and tea for you in advance."
Layton raised his hand in vain.
"Thank you." The distinguished guest named Charles smiled and thanked him.
Immediately, a group of people entered the apartment.
After a while of greetings, Layton and Charles sat opposite each other on the sofa in the living room, while Louis Family's four direct children stood behind their father and remained polite and quiet.
"Is the old earl in good health?" Layton poured tea for the distinguished guest with his own hands and said casually.
"Mr. Earl Maxwell is very healthy, but now he has retired to recuperate in his old age. Now Fahan Family is the master of Ramon..."
Charles took the teacup and whispered thanks.
"Mr. Ramon Mr. Farhan is a respectable figure. When I was still in the capital, I often heard news about him and his brother. The two brothers were also known as the upstart twin stars of 'Muse City'... Mr. Ramon will definitely inherit the mantle of the old earl and lead Fahan Family to new glory."
Layton Praise politely.
But he felt confused inside.
Because Fahan Family belongs to an earl family, naturally it follows the empire's tradition of primogeniture, but Ramon Farhan is not the eldest son, but the second son of the old earl.
Now Ramon is in charge of the Fahan Family, which makes Layton a little surprised.
But these messages all come from the mouth of the third-generation butler of the legendary family, "Charles Fahan", and they are definitely not false.
"Alas, Mr. Ramon's elder brother, Mr. Walter, passed away due to an old illness the year before last."
Charles sighed sadly.
Layton was startled and thought to himself that it was no wonder. At the same time, his face showed sadness and he apologized:
"Sorry."
Charles regained his composure and waved his hand.
Layton used to be a senior executive of the Capital Chamber of Commerce, so his emotional intelligence was naturally very high. He quickly changed the subject and talked with Charles about some of the recent major events in the capital.
Among them is the tension between the Bremen Empire and Ovena Federation.
"It is difficult to judge whether the war has really started, but Mr. Ramon and the upper echelons of the capital have a consensus, that is, Federation is probably not bluffing this time... and the Imperial Military Department has also been prepared early. If Federation unilaterally tears up the agreement and starts the war without authorization, then they will also pay a heavy price."
Charles drank tea and said calmly.
Layton nodded, he also heard this information through the secret channels of the Chamber of Commerce.
"Mr. Charles, the current situation between the two countries is unclear, and Black City is on the border of the empire. Great Forest Region, why do you have to travel thousands of miles to come here? It is really risky." He asked.
Charles hesitated for a moment and then answered in a deep voice:
"To be honest, Mr. Layton, I came to visit you this time Black City just arrived. It's not just to reminisce about old times, but I also want to use the power of the Louis Family to do a little favor."
"Help?" A smile appeared on Layton's wrinkled face. "Of course there is no problem. I have always admired the old count. If there is anything I can do to help, I will do my best."
Charles nodded and took out a quick-developing photo from the lining pocket of his tuxedo.
He handed the photo to Layton and said solemnly:
"Please also ask Mr. Layton to help me find this person."
Layton took the photo and saw a young man with blond hair on it, and his pupils couldn't help but shrink.
Then the voice of Charles sounded in my ears:
"His name is 'Gilan·Iros', and he is currently wanted by the police station. I hope Mr. Layton can find him before the police do."